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When the temperature gets below zero, all you really want to do is curl up by the fire. But cold weather is no reason to skimp on oral care. Flossing might seem like a chore, especially in a North Dakota winter, but the value it brings to your teeth and gums is worth a little shivering. Flossing, when paired with daily brushing, is proven to help reduce the risk of gum disease. Besides that, it can help improve your breath and whiten your teeth, resulting in a bright smile. Anyways, when you’re chatting with colleagues about the last hockey game, you don’t want to be the one with food stuck in their teeth, do you?

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With nearly 90% of all land in North Dakota taken up by farms, it’s to be expected that NoDaks know a thing or two about maintaining a healthy crop. However, when it comes to maintaining a healthy smile, the average person’s expertise gets more shaky. Unlike a crop, if the one this year doesn’t do so well, you can always try again next year! With teeth, it’s a different story. As an adult, the teeth you have now are all you’ve got. So, take care of them with a daily oral care routine—brush, floss, and eat a healthy diet, too! Like a healthy crop, healthy teeth and gums require lots of care. When you put in the work, you’ll reap the rewards!

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North Dakota is one of the least populated states in the US! It’s also one of the most vast. North Dakota has so much to offer with its breathtaking landscapes, such as the Badlands and Great Plains in the southwest, the Red River Valley in the east, and 13 state parks. Yet its vastness comes with challenges, especially finding quality dental care. Finding a great local dentist can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Doctors Network simplifies your search by providing all North Dakotans access to hundreds of nearby dentists along with reviews, treatments offered, pricing, and more! Stay connected to world-class healthcare, even when you’re miles away from the nearest city!

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deep cleaning with anethesia covered by united healthcare

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I have problems with gum problems and two missing teeth. 5404216293

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Periodontics and implant dentisty

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Can scaling and root planing help me reverse gum disease?

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In many cases, gingivitis can be reversed with scaling and root planing (known as deep cleaning) and a strict routine of good hygiene and preventative dental care. However, if the condition progresses into periodontitis, then it might no longer be reversible, and will have to be controlled through regular periodontal maintenance.

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What is scaling/root planing (Deep Cleaning)?

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Gingivitis marks the beginning of periodontal disease, and describes inflammation in the gums caused by excessive oral bacteria buildup (in the form of plaque and tartar). Because gingivitis occurs underneath the gums, routine dental cleaning won’t suffice to treat it. Scaling and root planing, also known as deep cleaning, involves removing plaque and tartar from above and below the gum line. Then, your periodontist will smooth the roots of your teeth underneath the gums to discourage further oral bacteria buildup. As plaque and tartar accumulate on the roots, the buildup and resulting inflammation cause your gum tissues to recede slightly from your teeth. This creates deepening periodontal pockets where oral bacteria can continue to gather and multiply, worsening the infection and inflammation. Periodontal cleaning helps stop the infection by removing the films of plaque and tartar from your roots (scaling), and then smoothing their surfaces (planing) to inhibit bacterial buildup as your gums heal. In cases where gum disease has already developed, scaling and root planing should be followed by a strict schedule of checkups, cleanings, and periodontal maintenance. Your periodontist can prescribe appropriate treatment options, such as gingival grafting or pocket reduction surgery, to fortify your compromised tissues so you can recover from gum disease.

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